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In this section we have included amulets, artifacts, fetishes (small animal carvings), smudge fan, prayer wands and Antique Tibetan singing bowls. While some of these things are not entirely made of crystals and minerals, they are objects we offer because we feel they are representative of the Shamanic aspect of what this gallery strives to do: help people reconnect with the sanctity, beauty and creativity of our planet Earth. The White Turtle Medicine Art of gallery owner Karen Lipsett-Kidd is included in this section. See information listed below:
White turtle medicine art:
A collection of amulets, totems and talismans incorporating ice age fossils, archaic tools and ancient pottery shards with gem beads, feathers, crystals and minerals.
“It is my intention to make artworks that can serve as both ornamental objects and as shamanic tools that transcend time and cultural boundaries. It is my hope that this artwork can help people reconnect with their own ancient knowing, wisdom, and spirit.”
Many natives refer to North America as Turtle Island, because their legends say that when the earth was covered in water, Turtle dove to the bottom of the oceans bringing up earth on its back so that the people could have a safe and dry home. Turtle is at home anywhere because it carries its home on its back. It does not become attached to places, for it is free to search for new opportunities wherever they may be found. When they sense danger, or are in uncomfortable and insecure situations, they withdraw into their shell, and are protected. Turtle symbolizes both the grounding qualities of earth’s energy, and the magic of the mystical. Using turtle energy can help you achieve real balance in your life so you don’t get “stuck in the mud”. Turtle’s medicine includes a connection with the centre, navigation skills patience, self-boundaries and respecting the boundaries of others, developing new ideas, psychically protecting ones self, self-reliance, tenacity, nonviolent defense.
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